2009 Lada Niva vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 30 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | Luce |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |